Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Valdosta, GA
Venue
301 E Central Ave
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
Run to Prevent 5K, Run to Prevent 1 Mile
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The Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run costs $25.00 to enter and takes place on September 12, 2026, in Valdosta, Georgia. The event offers a 1-mile run, with races starting at 8:00 AM from the venue at 301 E Central Ave. This short-distance running event provides an accessible option for athletes looking to compete locally without committing to longer distances. Registration at this price point makes it an economical choice for those training in the Valdosta area or passing through Georgia for fall racing season.

From the Race Organizer
$500 Prize to the 1st Place Male and Female finishers in the 5K! Early Packet Pickup Friday, September 11, 2026, from 5:30 - 6:30 pm Central Avenue Church of Christ 304 E. Central Ave., Valdosta, GA 31601 Race Day Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Location: Unity Park Amphitheater Address: 301 E Central Ave, Valdosta, GA 31601 Registration Time: 7:00 – 7:45 a.m. 5K: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Awards: 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. If registered by the end of the day on Friday, August 28, 2026, you are guaranteed a race t-shirt on the morning of the race or at early packet pickup. T-shirts will be distributed until supplies run out for those who register past the August 28th deadline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA?

Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Valdosta, Georgia.

Where is Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA held?

Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA is held at 301 E Central Ave in Valdosta, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Run to Prevent 5K & 1 Mile Run 2026 — Valdosta, GA?

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